1972 Mercury Montego vs. 1965 Volvo 220
To start off, 1972 Mercury Montego is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Montego (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 680 kg more than 1965 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Montego | 1965 Volvo 220 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Montego | 220 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |