1989 Dodge Daytona vs. 2003 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2003 Mercury Monterey is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 636 kg more than 1989 Dodge Daytona. 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, 2003 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Daytona. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Daytona | 2003 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Daytona | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3070 mm |
