2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 1968 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is newer by 32 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 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Montclair. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Montclair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 700 kg more than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion.
Because 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (576 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Montclair. (546 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Desert Excursion | 1968 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Desert Excursion | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1998 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3130 mm |
