1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 709 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | Monaro | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3297 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |