1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1974 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1974 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Explorer | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3160 mm |
