1970 Mercury Monterey vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1977 Skoda L is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1977 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Monterey | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Mercury | Skoda |
| Model | Monterey | L |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2410 mm |
