1979 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 29 kg more than 1979 De Tomaso Deauville.
Because 1979 De Tomaso Deauville 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 1979 De Tomaso Deauville. 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, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 1979 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
1979 De Tomaso Deauville | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mercury |
Model | Deauville | Monterey |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 357 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1969 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3070 mm |