2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Voyager.
Because 1969 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 1969 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Voyager | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
