1971 Mercury Monterey vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1971 Mercury Monterey is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercury Monterey | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Monterey | Sports |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 5768 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2160 mm |
