1990 Dodge Colt vs. 1973 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1990 Dodge Colt is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 935 kg more than 1990 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercury Monterey 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 Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Colt, 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 Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Colt | 1973 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Colt | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3160 mm |
