1969 Mercury Monterey vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 35 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 32 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. (176 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero. 1969 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Monterey | 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Monterey | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7032 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2730 mm |
