1996 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1968 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria 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 88 more horse power than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. (179 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 168 kg more than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Crown Victoria | 1968 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3130 mm |
