2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1970 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Montego. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Montego weights approximately 384 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30, 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, 1970 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 1970 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | i30 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
