1955 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 685 kg more than 1955 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego 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, 2004 Mercury Montego (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Consul | Montego |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |