2005 Kia Rio vs. 1972 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio 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, 1972 Mercury Monterey (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 840 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mercury Monterey is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 1972 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 1972 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Rio | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3160 mm |
