2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 vs. 1971 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (353 HP) has 190 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 297 kg more than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8.
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, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (536 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 | 1971 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Hemi Super 8 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 5768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3160 mm |
