2008 Ford Taurus vs. 1974 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 820 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Because 1974 Mercury Monterey 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 1974 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus, 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, 1974 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 1974 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Taurus | Monterey |
Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3160 mm |