1970 Mercury Monterey vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2001 Opel Frontera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 212 kg more than 2001 Opel Frontera.
Because 2001 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera 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 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frontera. 1970 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Monterey | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Monterey | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2470 mm |
