2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 829 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
Because 1977 Porsche 930 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 1977 Porsche 930. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 930. (343 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Monterey | 930 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 257 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2510 mm |
