1971 Mercury Monterey vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 35 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 146 kg more than 1971 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercury Monterey | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mercury | Mercury |
Model | Monterey | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5768 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2890 mm |