2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 508 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Sprinter | Montego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
