1973 Mercury Monterey vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 35 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 80 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 860 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Monterey | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Monterey | Yaris |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2510 mm |