1974 Mercury Monterey vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 32 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Monterey.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercury Monterey | 2006 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Monterey | Raider |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3340 mm |
