2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1973 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 161 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Monterey (383 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1973 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Dakota | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3160 mm |
