2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 1974 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Dodge Stratus is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 490 kg more than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus, 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, 1974 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 1974 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 1974 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Stratus | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3160 mm |
