2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 1963 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1109 kg more than 1963 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Toyota Corona 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 1963 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Corona. 2005 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1963 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1963 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 1963 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Monterey | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
