1971 Mercury Monterey vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 33 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, 2004 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 293 kg more than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 1971 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (319 Nm). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercury Monterey | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Monterey | Baja |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5768 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2530 mm |
