2007 Mercury Monterey vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1981 Nissan Skyline 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 1981 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercury Monterey | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Monterey | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2620 mm |
