1989 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
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, 2007 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Escort | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
