1967 Mercury Montclair vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V50. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50, 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Montclair | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Montclair | V50 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6722 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 602 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2720 mm |