1974 Mercury Monterey vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1974 Mercury Monterey is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1959 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Monterey | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Mercury | Trabant |
Model | Monterey | P 70 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2390 mm |