2003 Mercury Monterey vs. 1992 Toyota Century
To start off, 2003 Mercury Monterey is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 210 kg more than 1992 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Century 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 1992 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercury Monterey | 1992 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Monterey | Century |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2870 mm |
