2004 Mercury Montego vs. 1977 Volvo 265
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 330 kg more than 1977 Volvo 265. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Volvo 265. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego 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, 2004 Mercury Montego (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Montego | 1977 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Montego | 265 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
