1969 Mercury Monterey vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira 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 108 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 575 kg more than 2004 Opel Zafira. 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, 2004 Opel Zafira, 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira. 1969 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Zafira 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 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Monterey | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7032 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 58 L |
