2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Montego (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Because 1974 Mercury Montego 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 Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber, 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 Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber. 1974 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Caliber | Montego |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 87 L |
