1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 1972 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1981 Dodge Mirada is newer by 9 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Monterey (164 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1981 Dodge Mirada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 230 kg more than 1981 Dodge Mirada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1972 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Dodge Mirada. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Dodge Mirada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 1972 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Mirada | Monterey |
Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3160 mm |