1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Mustang 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 112 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Because 1990 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Mustang | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Mustang | Monterey |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3070 mm |