1969 Mercury Monterey vs. 1999 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1999 Steyr G-series 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 7,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Steyr G-series (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Steyr G-series weights approximately 230 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 1999 Steyr G-series 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, 1999 Steyr G-series 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 (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Steyr G-series. (448 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Steyr G-series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Monterey | 1999 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Mercury | Steyr |
| Model | Monterey | G-series |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 7032 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2410 mm |
