1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1099 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Navajo | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3070 mm |
