1974 Mercury Monterey vs. 2004 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2004 Skoda Superb is newer by 30 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 15 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Superb. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 490 kg more than 2004 Skoda Superb. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Superb, 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, 1974 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercury Monterey | 2004 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Mercury | Skoda |
| Model | Monterey | Superb |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2810 mm |
