2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 504 kg more than 1976 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Plymouth Volare 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 1976 Plymouth Volare. 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 (357 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (244 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mercury | Plymouth |
| Model | Monterey | Volare |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2760 mm |
