1970 Mercury Monterey vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 544 kg more than 1970 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Monterey | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Monterey | Armada |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 2476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3140 mm |
