2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry 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 1987 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 831 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Monterey | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
