1969 Mercury Monterey vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 1990 Saab 900 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Monterey 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 63 more horse power than 1990 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 750 kg more than 1990 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mercury Monterey 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 Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Saab 900, 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 Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Monterey | 1990 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Monterey | 900 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2530 mm |
