1972 Mercury Monterey vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 37 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 15 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo, 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 1972 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Monterey | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monterey | Polo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2470 mm |
