2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 1984 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac 6000 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 109 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 701 kg more than 1984 Pontiac 6000. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Monterey | 1984 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Monterey | 6000 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |