2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1972 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Monterey. (164 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 292 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 1972 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1972 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Blazer | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3160 mm |
