1991 Acura Legend vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Acura Legend would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1991 Acura Legend. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1991 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 460 kg more than 1991 Acura Legend. 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (358 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Acura Legend. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Acura Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Acura Legend | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Acura | Mercury |
| Model | Legend | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2673 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |
