2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 36 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 470 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Silverado | Monterey |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3160 mm |