2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1971 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1971 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1971 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Silverado | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3160 mm |
