2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 699 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Mercury Comet 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 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey, 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Monterey | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |
