1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Because 1970 Ford Falcon 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 1970 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Falcon | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |
