2009 Hummer H3 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (209 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1969 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 will offer significantly more control. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3. 2009 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 1969 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1969 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hummer H3 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Hummer | Mercury |
| Model | H3 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3653 cc | 7033 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2170 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
