2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1968 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 124 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 1968 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Ranger | 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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3130 mm |