1968 Mercury Montclair vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 38 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 112 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 923 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Aerio 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, 2006 Suzuki Aerio 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Montclair | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
Model | Montclair | Aerio |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1998 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2490 mm |