1971 Lancia Stratos 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 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Stratos 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 87 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1971 Lancia Stratos. 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 Lancia Stratos. 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) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Stratos. (155 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Stratos | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Stratos | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3070 mm |
