1987 Holden Drover vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 18 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1987 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Holden Drover 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, 1987 Holden Drover 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 (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover. 1969 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1987 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1987 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Drover | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Drover | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3160 mm |
