1955 Mercury Montclair vs. 2002 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 47 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 35 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Astra.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Astra, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1955 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Mercury Montclair | 2002 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Mercury | Vauxhall |
Model | Montclair | Astra |
Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1796 cc |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |