2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1971 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 1971 Mercury Monterey 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 Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, 1971 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (286 Nm). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1971 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 5768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3160 mm |
