2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 41 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 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 99 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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 (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Colorado | Montclair |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 6989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 626 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3130 mm |