1970 Holden Monaro vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 565 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1970 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Monaro | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 4012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
