1986 Holden Drover vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Drover 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 (201 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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 (358 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Drover | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3070 mm |
