1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 109 kg more than 1963 Buick Riviera.
Because 1963 Buick Riviera 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 1963 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Buick Riviera | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Riviera | Monterey |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 603 Nm | 357 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1969 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |