1967 Mercury Montclair vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 39 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 139 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 650 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey 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, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Monterey. (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Montclair | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Mercury | Mercury |
Model | Montclair | Monterey |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6989 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3070 mm |