2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 158 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Ridgeline | Montclair |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3130 mm |