2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1972 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 28 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 32 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 769 kg more than 2000 Dodge Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon, 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, 1972 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Neon. (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Neon | 1972 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Neon | Monterey |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3160 mm |