1969 Mercury Monterey vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2003 Opel Astra is newer by 34 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 64 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (144 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 680 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Opel Astra, 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Monterey | 2003 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Monterey | Astra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7032 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 52 L |
