2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 29 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 159 kg more than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Dakota | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Dakota | Montego |
Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |