2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 774 kg more than 1969 Mercury Monterey.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
Model | Discovery | Monterey |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 425 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3160 mm |