2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa 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 130 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1234 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Monterey | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2510 mm |
