1972 Mercury Monterey vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 38 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) has 87 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 882 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 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, 1972 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 1972 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 1972 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. 1972 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Monterey | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Mercury | Honda |
| Model | Monterey | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2460 mm |
