1967 Mercury Montclair vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 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 72 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (268 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80.
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, 2006 Volvo S80, 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 (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mercury Montclair | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Montclair | S80 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6989 cc | 2920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 626 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2800 mm |
