1981 Holden Statesman vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,041 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 291 kg more than 1981 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Holden Statesman 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 1981 Holden Statesman. 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, 1981 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Holden Statesman | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Statesman | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5041 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3210 mm |
