2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 412 kg more than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Montego (403 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Sprinter | Montego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
