1969 Mercury Monterey vs. 2010 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 41 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 69 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 163 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2010 SsangYong Kyron 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercury Monterey | 2010 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
Model | Monterey | Kyron |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
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 | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |