1971 Mercury Monterey vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Monterey 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) has 89 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 850 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercury Monterey | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monterey | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5768 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
