1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 29 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 25 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Venture, 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 (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Venture | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Venture | Monterey |
Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 7032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3160 mm |