2000 Mazda Tribute vs. 1973 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2000 Mazda Tribute is newer by 27 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 505 kg more than 2000 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Tribute 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, 2000 Mazda Tribute 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, 1973 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Tribute. 1973 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Tribute | 1973 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Tribute | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3160 mm |
