2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1971 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 232 kg more than 1971 Mercury Monterey.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 1971 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1971 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Terracan | Monterey |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 5768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3160 mm |