1968 Mercury Montclair vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2003 Volvo C70 is newer by 35 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 107 more horse power than 2003 Volvo C70. (160 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 598 kg more than 2003 Volvo C70. 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, 2003 Volvo C70, 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, 1968 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Montclair | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Montclair | C70 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1998 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2670 mm |