1971 Mercury Monterey vs. 2007 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2007 Saturn Outlook is newer by 36 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, 2007 Saturn Outlook (270 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Monterey.
Because 1971 Mercury Monterey is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Outlook. (336 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercury Monterey | 2007 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Mercury | Saturn |
| Model | Monterey | Outlook |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5768 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3030 mm |
