1986 Mazda 929 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 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 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 8 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 424 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mazda 929 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 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mazda 929 | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 929 | Monterey |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3070 mm |