1970 Mercury Monterey vs. 2008 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera is newer by 38 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, 1970 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Opel Frontera. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 106 kg more than 2008 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Frontera. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Frontera. 1970 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2008 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 | 2008 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Monterey | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |
