2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 31 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 495 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 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 Comet (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Comet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
