1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 1 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, 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego. 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1973 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Montego |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
