2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1973 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 783 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (220 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1973 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Monterey |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 383 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3160 mm |