2004 Acura MDX vs. 1973 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 31 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, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 116 kg more than 1973 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX 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) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1973 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | MDX | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3160 mm |
