2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Dodge Caravan.
Because 1969 Mercury Monterey 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 1969 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1969 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Caravan | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3160 mm |
