2009 Acura MDX vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 40 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, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 78 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX.
Because 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | MDX | Monterey |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3160 mm |