1984 Mazda 323 vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1197 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 323 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3070 mm |
