2004 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 152 kg more than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. (367 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Voyager | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Voyager | Montego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1943 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
