1968 Ford Fairlane vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1969 Mercury Monterey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 425 kg more than 1968 Ford Fairlane.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Fairlane | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Fairlane | Monterey |
Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6550 cc | 6589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3160 mm |