2008 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Aspen 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 Chrysler Aspen (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Aspen.
Because 2008 Chrysler Aspen 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 Chrysler Aspen 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Aspen. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Aspen | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Aspen | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 7032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 85 L |
