1955 Mercury Montclair vs. 1992 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1992 Mercury Villager is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercury Montclair 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 10 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Villager.
Because 1955 Mercury Montclair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Villager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Mercury Montclair | 1992 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Mercury | Mercury |
| Model | Montclair | Villager |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2860 mm |
