2009 Mazda 3 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 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 64 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 733 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. 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 Mazda 3, 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 3 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 7033 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
