2006 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1973 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 33 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, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Equinox | 1973 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Equinox | Monterey |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 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 | 1750 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3160 mm |