2006 Ford Maverick vs. 1968 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2006 Ford Maverick 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 119 more horse power than 2006 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 483 kg more than 2006 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick 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, 1968 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Maverick | 1968 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Maverick | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3130 mm |
