2004 Dodge Neon vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2004 Dodge Neon is newer by 37 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 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Neon. (231 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Dodge Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mercury Montclair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (626 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (339 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Neon | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 6989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 626 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3130 mm |
