1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1977 Dodge Aspen is newer by 8 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 108 more horse power than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1977 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 595 kg more than 1977 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Aspen | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 7032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3160 mm |
