2004 Dodge Neon vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Dodge Neon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Neon (231 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 615 kg more than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Because 1969 Mercury Monterey 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 1969 Mercury Monterey. 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, 1969 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Neon. (339 Nm). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Neon | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Neon | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3160 mm |
