1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1970 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (157 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 150 kg more than 1970 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1970 Mercury Cougar 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 Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Grand 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 Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager has automatic transmission and 1970 Mercury Cougar has manual transmission. 1970 Mercury Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1970 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | Grand Voyager | Cougar |
Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |