2004 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 106 kg more than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Montego. 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (374 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. (332 Nm). This means 1972 Mercury Montego 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 | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Montego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1879 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |
