1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1975 GMC Jimmy is newer by 6 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 35 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 180 kg more than 1975 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Jimmy | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Jimmy | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 7032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3160 mm |
