1971 Mazda 110 S vs. 1973 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1973 Mercury Monterey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 970 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 110 S | 1973 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 110 S | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 5769 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3160 mm |
