2008 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Copen 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Copen 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 Daihatsu Copen 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 (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Copen. 1969 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2008 Daihatsu Copen has manual transmission. 2008 Daihatsu Copen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Copen | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Copen | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3160 mm |
