1968 Mercury Montclair vs. 1995 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, 1995 ZAZ Slavuta is newer by 27 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1995 ZAZ Slavuta. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1995 ZAZ Slavuta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 1253 kg more than 1995 ZAZ Slavuta. 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, 1995 ZAZ Slavuta, 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 | 1995 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Mercury | ZAZ |
| Model | Montclair | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1998 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2330 mm |
