2007 Ford Edge vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge 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 7,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey.
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, 2007 Ford Edge, 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 (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Edge | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 7032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
