1982 Mazda 929 vs. 1972 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1982 Mazda 929 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Monterey (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 780 kg more than 1982 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mazda 929 | 1972 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 929 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3160 mm |
