1949 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1969 Mercury Monterey is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 470 kg more than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon 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 Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. 1969 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1949 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Jeep Station Wagon | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Station Wagon | Monterey |
Year Released | 1949 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3160 mm |