1969 Mercury Monterey vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 25 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 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 190 kg more than 1969 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Monterey | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
| Model | Monterey | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 6466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3350 mm |
