1994 Dodge Spirit vs. 1970 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1994 Dodge Spirit is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Montego. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Montego weights approximately 435 kg more than 1994 Dodge Spirit.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1970 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Dodge Spirit | 1970 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Spirit | Montego |
Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |