1993 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda NSX (280 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 599 kg more than 1993 Honda NSX.
Because 1993 Honda NSX 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 1993 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda NSX. (294 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda NSX | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | NSX | Monterey |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 294 Nm | 357 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1969 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |