2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1971 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Montego weights approximately 434 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 1971 Mercury Montego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1971 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Captiva | Montego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
