2001 Dodge Ram vs. 1968 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2001 Dodge Ram is newer by 33 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 72 kg more than 1968 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2001 Dodge Ram 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, 2001 Dodge Ram 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, 1968 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Ram | 1968 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Ram | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3130 mm |
