1973 Mercury Monterey vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 811 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica, 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, 1973 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica. 1973 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Celica 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 | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Monterey | Celica |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2610 mm |