1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer vs. 1968 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Montclair (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 268 kg more than 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1968 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 1968 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | Grand Wagoneer | Montclair |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3130 mm |