2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 24 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 1967 Mercury Montclair 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 1967 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Stratus | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Stratus | Montclair |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2343 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 546 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3130 mm |