2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 1984 Rover 3500
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover 3500 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 11 more horse power than 1984 Rover 3500. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 580 kg more than 1984 Rover 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Rover 3500 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 1984 Rover 3500. 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 (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover 3500. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover 3500.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Monterey | 1984 Rover 3500 | |
Make | Mercury | Rover |
Model | Monterey | 3500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5280 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |