2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 38 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Silverado | Monterey |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3160 mm |