1971 Mercury Montego vs. 1999 Volvo C70
To start off, 1999 Volvo C70 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo C70 (165 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Montego weights approximately 273 kg more than 1999 Volvo C70.
Because 1971 Mercury Montego 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 1971 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volvo C70, 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, 1971 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo C70. (220 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercury Montego | 1999 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Montego | C70 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |