2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 39 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 980 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Silverado | Monterey |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 7032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 85 L |