1992 Honda Integra vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1992 Honda Integra is newer by 23 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 57 more horse power than 1992 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 920 kg more than 1992 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Integra, 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, 1969 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Integra. 1969 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Integra 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:
| 1992 Honda Integra | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Integra | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3160 mm |
