2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1974 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 570 kg more than 1974 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1974 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Land Rover | Mercury |
Model | Range Rover | Monterey |
Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3160 mm |