1969 Mercury Monterey vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 39 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Saab 05-Sep.
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, 2008 Saab 05-Sep, 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 (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Monterey | 2008 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Monterey | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |
