2003 Dodge Durango vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2003 Dodge Durango is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Durango weights approximately 615 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2003 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Durango 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Durango | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Durango | Montclair |
Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3130 mm |