2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1971 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 33 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 354 kg more than 1971 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (332 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1971 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | Town & Country | Montego |
Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 248 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3010 mm |