1968 Mercury Montclair vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1982 GMC Jimmy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Montclair (267 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 603 kg more than 1982 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy 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, 1968 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (146 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercury Montclair | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Mercury | GMC |
| Model | Montclair | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1998 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2560 mm |
