1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 1968 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1985 Lancia Y10 is newer by 17 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 213 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (54 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Because 1968 Mercury Montclair 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 1968 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10, 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, 1968 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Y10 | 1968 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Y10 | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3130 mm |
