1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Spirit 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 60 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 656 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit. 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 1988 Dodge Spirit. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Spirit | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Spirit | Monterey |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3070 mm |