2007 Mercury Monterey vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Pulsar 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 93 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
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, 2007 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. 2007 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan Pulsar has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan Pulsar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercury Monterey | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Mercury | Nissan |
Model | Monterey | Pulsar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2440 mm |