1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 356 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang 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 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey, 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (358 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Mustang | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 98 L |
