1998 Eagle Vision vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1998 Eagle Vision is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Eagle Vision. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1998 Eagle Vision. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Eagle Vision weights approximately 210 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Eagle Vision, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Eagle Vision | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Eagle | Mercury |
| Model | Vision | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2700 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
