1974 Mercury Monterey vs. 2011 Lexus GX
To start off, 2011 Lexus GX 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, 2011 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GX weights approximately 492 kg more than 1974 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus GX 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, 2011 Lexus GX 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, 2011 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Monterey | 2011 Lexus GX | |
Make | Mercury | Lexus |
Model | Monterey | GX |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2789 mm |