1968 Mercury Montclair vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 41 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Montclair. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Montclair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 256 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Volvo S80 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Montclair | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Montclair | S80 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 4414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5950 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1998 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2840 mm |