1988 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1988 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (137 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 30 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Because 1970 Mercury Comet 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 Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Voyager, 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 Comet (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Voyager | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Voyager | Comet |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
