2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru Leone 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 129 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 980 kg more than 1987 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Monterey | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Monterey | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2470 mm |
