2009 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 7,033 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (209 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Rezzo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 628 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Rezzo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Rezzo. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daewoo Rezzo | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Daewoo | Mercury |
Model | Rezzo | Montego |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 7033 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |