1995 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 775 kg more than 1995 Honda Prelude. 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Prelude. 2004 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Prelude | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Prelude | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
