2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 415 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928.
Because 1985 Porsche 928 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 1985 Porsche 928. 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, 1985 Porsche 928 (400 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mercury | Porsche |
| Model | Monterey | 928 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 86 L |
