1973 Mercury Monterey vs. 2006 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 33 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, 1973 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 920 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Suzuki Ignis, 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Ignis. 1973 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Ignis 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 | 2006 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Monterey | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2370 mm |
