1970 Mercury Monterey vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 36 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 50 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 648 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Monterey | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monterey | Golf |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1932 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2520 mm |
