2007 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1968 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Montclair (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Voyager. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 42 kg more than 1968 Mercury Montclair.
Because 1968 Mercury Montclair 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 1968 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1968 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Voyager. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Voyager | 1968 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | Voyager | Montclair |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3130 mm |