2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1971 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 36 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 607 kg more than 1971 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1971 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Express | Monterey |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3160 mm |