1997 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 28 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 24 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 70 kg more than 1969 Mercury Monterey.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz V, 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz V. 1969 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1997 Mercedes-Benz V has manual transmission. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V 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:
1997 Mercedes-Benz V | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | V | Monterey |
Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3160 mm |