1969 Mercury Monterey vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 40 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Monterey. 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, 1969 Mercury Monterey (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Monterey | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Monterey | S80 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7032 cc | 4412 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
