2006 Ford Explorer vs. 1973 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Monterey.
Because 2006 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer 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, 2006 Ford Explorer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Explorer | 1973 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Explorer | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3160 mm |
