2009 Kia Sportage vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mercury Montclair 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 1967 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage, 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Sportage | Montclair |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 6989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 626 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3130 mm |