1972 Mercury Monterey vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Monterey (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra, 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 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Monterey | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Monterey | Sentra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2690 mm |