1992 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1970 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Montego. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Montego weights approximately 120 kg more than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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 Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan. (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1970 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Montego |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3010 mm |
