2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1970 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (286 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 671 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 1970 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1970 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3160 mm |
