2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 126 kg more than 1974 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 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, 1974 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Voyager | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1859 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |
