1997 Mercury MC4 vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury MC4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury MC4 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercury MC4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1997 Mercury MC4. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mercury MC4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury MC4. (387 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury MC4 | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | MC4 | X670 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
