1967 Mercury Montclair vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 37 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 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Montclair | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Montclair | S60 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6989 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2860 mm |