1969 Mercury Monterey vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 7,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Monterey (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (169 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 491 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mercury Monterey 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 1969 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70, 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, 1969 Mercury Monterey (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Monterey | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Monterey | V70 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7032 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
