2001 Ford F-150 vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 34 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 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2001 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | F-150 | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 6989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 626 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3130 mm |
