2006 Mercury Monterey vs. 1954 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1248 kg more than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Monterey | 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Mercury | Morgan |
Model | Monterey | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2440 mm |