1949 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1955 Mercury Montclair is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercury Montclair (159 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep CJ3A.
Because 1949 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1955 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep CJ3A | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | CJ3A | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2980 mm |
