2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 155 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Monterey | 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Mercury | Aston Martin |
Model | Monterey | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 317 HP |
Torque | 357 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 97 L |