2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1970 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 548 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Monterey. 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, 1970 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 1970 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1970 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Stratus | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3160 mm |
