2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 1974 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 35 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, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 48 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 2009 Jeep Liberty 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, 2009 Jeep Liberty 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, 1974 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Liberty | 1974 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Liberty | Monterey |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3160 mm |