1969 Mercury Monterey vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 1991 Holden Barina is newer by 22 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 96 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina. 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, 1991 Holden Barina, 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Monterey | 1991 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Mercury | Holden |
| Model | Monterey | Barina |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2370 mm |
