2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (375 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Hyundai Genesis (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Genesis | Montego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 78 L |
