2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 1979 Porsche 924
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 924 (208 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 831 kg more than 1979 Porsche 924.
Because 1979 Porsche 924 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 1979 Porsche 924. 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 (358 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Porsche 924. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 1979 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Monterey | 924 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 84 L |
