2005 Mercury Sable vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable 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, 1969 Mercury Monterey (163 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 417 kg more than 2005 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Sable | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Sable | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3160 mm |
