1974 Mercury Monterey vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Monterey 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 3 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 15 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1974 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. 1974 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada has manual transmission. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercury Monterey | 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Monterey | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2730 mm |
