2000 Acura MDX vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2000 Acura MDX is newer by 31 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, 2000 Acura MDX (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey.
Because 2000 Acura MDX 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, 2000 Acura MDX 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 (452 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura MDX. (346 Nm). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura MDX | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | MDX | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 7032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3160 mm |
