1971 Mazda Cosmo vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1109 kg more than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Cosmo. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Cosmo | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Cosmo | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3070 mm |
