2003 Mazda MPV vs. 1970 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2003 Mazda MPV is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Mazda MPV. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 352 kg more than 2003 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda MPV, 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, 1970 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MPV. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MPV. 1970 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda MPV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda MPV | 1970 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | MPV | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3160 mm |
