2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona 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 117 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (84 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 984 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 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 (357 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Monterey | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 84 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
