1969 Mercury Monterey vs. 2001 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2001 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 32 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, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (225 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (208 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Dodge Intrepid.
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, 2001 Dodge Intrepid, 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) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. (306 Nm). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Monterey | 2001 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Mercury | Dodge |
| Model | Monterey | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7032 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2880 mm |
