1974 Mercury Monterey vs. 1971 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1974 Mercury Monterey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Datsun 240Z 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 12 more horse power than 1971 Datsun 240Z. (151 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1971 Datsun 240Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 862 kg more than 1971 Datsun 240Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Datsun 240Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercury Monterey | 1971 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Mercury | Datsun |
| Model | Monterey | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2300 mm |
