2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 40 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 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 390 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Dakota | Montclair |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 6989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 626 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3130 mm |