1974 Mercury Montego vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 205 kg more than 1999 Volvo S80.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mercury Montego. 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, 1974 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mercury Montego | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Montego | S80 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2800 mm |
