1968 Ford 17 vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 891 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford 17 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | 17 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 98 L |
