2000 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 1974 Mercury Monterey

To start off, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 26 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 66 more horse power than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 660 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1974 Mercury Monterey is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Rezzo. 1974 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2000 Daewoo Rezzo has manual transmission. 2000 Daewoo Rezzo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Daewoo Rezzo 1974 Mercury Monterey
Make Daewoo Mercury
Model Rezzo Monterey
Year Released 2000 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1761 cc 5769 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 97 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 383 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1270 kg 1930 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 5720 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3160 mm


 

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