1971 Mercury Monterey vs. 2000 Volvo V70
To start off, 2000 Volvo V70 is newer by 29 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 2000 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Volvo V70. 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, 2000 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, 1971 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo V70. (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo V70. 1971 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2000 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2000 Volvo V70 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 | 2000 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Monterey | V70 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5768 cc | 2459 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2770 mm |
