2005 Mercury Montego vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66.
Because 1976 Volvo 66 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Volvo 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66. 2005 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 1976 Volvo 66 has manual transmission. 1976 Volvo 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Montego | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Montego | 66 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
