1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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, 2006 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Charmant | Monterey |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3070 mm |