2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Blizzard 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 (201 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 750 kg more than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Monterey | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2030 mm |
