1971 Mercury Monterey vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80, 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 Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80. 1971 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1999 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 1999 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercury Monterey | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Monterey | S80 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5768 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2800 mm |
