1999 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 160 kg more than 1969 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1969 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. 1969 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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:
| 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
| Model | Range Rover | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3160 mm |
