2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 1973 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 32 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, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 175 kg more than 1973 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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, 1973 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 1973 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Uplander | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3160 mm |
