2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1970 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 34 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 21 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (146 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 410 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, 2004 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1970 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
