1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1973 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 24 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 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1973 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 1973 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | F-250 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3160 mm |
