1969 Mercury Monterey vs. 1999 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 30 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, 1999 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey.
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, 1999 Oldsmobile SS, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Monterey | 1999 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Monterey | SS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3110 mm |
