2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 32 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1169 kg more than 1973 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Ram | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3010 mm |
