1990 Mercury Capri vs. 1970 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 20 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 33 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 822 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Mercury Monterey is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Capri | 1970 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Capri | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3160 mm |
