2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 33 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 648 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.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Durango | Montego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
