1955 Mercury Montclair vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 42 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (159 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Mercury Montclair | 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Montclair | Pajero |
Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2430 mm |