1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1968 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 28 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) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 433 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 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) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (298 Nm). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1968 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 267 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3130 mm |
