1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1983 Dodge Daytona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 656 kg more than 1983 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercury Montego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Daytona | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Daytona | Montego |
Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2900 mm |