2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1968 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 38 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 107 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Because 1968 Mercury Montclair 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 1968 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion, 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, 1968 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1968 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Fusion | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
