2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1972 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Monterey. (164 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 722 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1972 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Expedition | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3160 mm |
