2009 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1970 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Voyager. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 243 kg more than 1970 Mercury Monterey.
Because 1970 Mercury Monterey 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 1970 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1970 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Voyager. (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Voyager | 1970 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Voyager | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3160 mm |
