1974 Mercury Monterey vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 35 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 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 384 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. 1974 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monterey | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2610 mm |
