1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro 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 74 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 826 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Comodoro | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |
