1987 Lancia Delta vs. 1973 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1987 Lancia Delta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (182 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 663 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Because 1987 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta 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, 1973 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Delta. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Delta. 1973 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1987 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1987 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 1973 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Delta | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3160 mm |
