2005 Mercury Monterey vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 974 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. 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 (357 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Monterey | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Monterey | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 94 HP |
Torque | 357 Nm | 139 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |