2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1974 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Montego. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | 300 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6057 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1859 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |
