2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1971 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 38 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 964 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Because 2009 Ford Fusion 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, 2009 Ford Fusion 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, 1971 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fusion | 1971 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Fusion | Monterey |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |