2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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, 1969 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 1969 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | Tribute | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3160 mm |
