1973 Mercury Monterey vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 31 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor will offer significantly more control. 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) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (339 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Monterey | 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Monterey | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2730 mm |
