1970 Mercury Monterey vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 35 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 10 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 353 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 1970 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Monterey | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Monterey | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2630 mm |
