1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2003 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2003 Mercury Monterey is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 670 kg more than 1972 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Holden Belmont 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 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Belmont | 2003 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | Belmont | Monterey |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3070 mm |