1969 Mercury Monterey vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 503 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy. 1969 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1992 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1992 Subaru Legacy 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:
1969 Mercury Monterey | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Monterey | Legacy |
Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2590 mm |