2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1974 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 460 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 1974 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Express | Monterey |
Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4818 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 383 Nm |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3160 mm |