1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (204 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Eldorado | Monterey |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8192 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 98 L |