2003 Mercury Monterey vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 2003 Mercury Monterey is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 413 kg more than 1968 Plymouth GTX.
Because 1968 Plymouth GTX 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 1968 Plymouth GTX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Monterey, 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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercury Monterey | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
Make | Mercury | Plymouth |
Model | Monterey | GTX |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1597 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |