1994 Dodge Caravan vs. 1971 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1994 Dodge Caravan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Montego weights approximately 290 kg more than 1994 Dodge Caravan.
Because 1971 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 1971 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Dodge 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, 1971 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Dodge Caravan | 1971 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Caravan | Montego |
Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |