1969 Mercury Monterey vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 44 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 629 kg more than 1969 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercury Monterey | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Monterey | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2559 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1946 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3302 mm |