1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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, 2006 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Corsair | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3070 mm |
