1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 169 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Blazer | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
