1968 Mercury Montclair vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 43 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 389 kg more than 2011 Volvo S60.
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, 2011 Volvo S60, 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) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S60. (240 Nm). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercury Montclair | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Montclair | S60 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1998 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2776 mm |
