1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2003 Mercury Monterey is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Familia | 2003 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | Familia | Monterey |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3070 mm |