2004 Mercury Montego vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 440 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 114 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 710 kg more than 1988 Volvo 440. 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 1988 Volvo 440. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 440. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Montego | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Montego | 440 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |