1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP) has 169 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 149 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercury |
Model | V8 Vantage | Monterey |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 510 Nm | 357 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1969 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 98 L |