1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 30 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Silverado | Monterey |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 7032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3160 mm |