1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 321 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Dart | Montego |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
