1968 Mercury Montclair vs. 2004 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2004 Volvo XC90 is newer by 36 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 59 more horse power than 2004 Volvo XC90. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1968 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2004 Volvo XC90 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, 2004 Volvo XC90 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) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercury Montclair | 2004 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Montclair | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1998 kg | 2038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2650 mm |
