2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 35 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 215 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Montego. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1974 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1974 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Town & Country | Montego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3010 mm |
