1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 35 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (113 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 695 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 2006 Mercury Monterey 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, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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, 2006 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Monaro | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2637 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |
