1987 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 671 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Regal | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
