1954 Mercury Montclair vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (542 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Mercury Montclair | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Montclair | XC70 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4192 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 542 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2770 mm |