1969 Mercury Monterey vs. 2000 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 31 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, 1969 Mercury Monterey (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2000 Oldsmobile SS.
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, 2000 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 (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 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 2000 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Monterey | 2000 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Monterey | SS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7032 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 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 |
