1972 Mercury Monterey vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Monterey. (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 110 kg more than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (414 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Monterey | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Mercury | Plymouth |
Model | Monterey | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2700 mm |