1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 24 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 4 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1972 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Blazer | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |
