1974 Mercury Monterey vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 37 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 25 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 598 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2011 Hyundai Elantra, 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Monterey | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Monterey | Elantra |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4486 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2700 mm |