1968 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Caprice (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Montego. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2004 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego 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.
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1968 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Caprice | Montego |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6476 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |