1973 Mercury Monterey vs. 1968 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1973 Mercury Monterey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1968 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T. 1973 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1968 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1968 Steyr 650T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Monterey | 1968 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Mercury | Steyr |
Model | Monterey | 650T |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 1850 mm |