1968 Mercury Montclair vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 40 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 106 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 222 kg more than 1968 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Montclair | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Mercury | SsangYong |
Model | Montclair | Rodius |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1998 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3010 mm |