2003 Mercury Monterey vs. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2003 Mercury Monterey is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. 2003 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit has manual transmission. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mercury Monterey | 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Monterey | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |