1967 Mercury Montclair vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 287 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Montclair | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Mercury | Dodge |
Model | Montclair | Dakota |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6722 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 602 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3340 mm |