1968 Mercury Montclair vs. 1990 Acura Legend
To start off, 1990 Acura Legend is newer by 22 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 104 more horse power than 1990 Acura Legend. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1990 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 638 kg more than 1990 Acura Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Acura Legend, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercury Montclair | 1990 Acura Legend | |
| Make | Mercury | Acura |
| Model | Montclair | Legend |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 163 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1998 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2705 mm |
