2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 1970 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 17 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Because 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 1970 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 1970 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Pacifica | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3160 mm |
