1970 Mercury Monterey vs. 2001 Honda Passport
To start off, 2001 Honda Passport is newer by 31 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, 2001 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Monterey.
Because 1970 Mercury Monterey 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 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Passport, 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, 1970 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 1970 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Passport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Monterey | 2001 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Mercury | Honda |
| Model | Monterey | Passport |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |
