2007 Mercury Monterey vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Because 1971 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Monterey | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Monterey | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |