1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 420 kg more than 1989 Chrysler Viper.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chrysler Viper. 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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Viper | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3070 mm |
