2004 GAZ 3111 vs. 1973 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 GAZ 3111 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, 1973 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2004 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 GAZ 3111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1973 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GAZ 3111. 1973 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2004 GAZ 3111 has manual transmission. 2004 GAZ 3111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GAZ 3111 | 1973 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercury |
| Model | 3111 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3160 mm |
