1999 Ford Expedition vs. 1971 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 430 kg more than 1971 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Expedition | 1971 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Expedition | Monterey |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 5768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3160 mm |