1984 Jeep CJ7 vs. 1968 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1984 Jeep CJ7 is newer by 16 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 182 more horse power than 1984 Jeep CJ7. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1984 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 708 kg more than 1984 Jeep CJ7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Jeep CJ7 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, 1984 Jeep CJ7 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 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Jeep CJ7. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Jeep CJ7 | 1968 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Jeep | Mercury |
Model | CJ7 | Montclair |
Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3130 mm |