2004 Mercury Monterey vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny 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 124 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 919 kg more than 1991 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Monterey | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Monterey | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
