1990 Mazda 626 vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (116 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 664 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 626 | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 626 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3070 mm |
