1967 Mercury Montclair vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 38 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) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 211 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mercury Montclair | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Montclair | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6989 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 626 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2630 mm |
