1971 Mercury Monterey vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 39 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz.
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, 2010 Honda Jazz, 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 1971 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercury Monterey | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Mercury | Honda |
Model | Monterey | Jazz |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5768 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2510 mm |