2007 Ford Territory vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory 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 Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Ford Territory.
Because 2007 Ford Territory 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 Ford Territory 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, 1969 Mercury Monterey (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Territory | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 7032 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |
