1967 Mercury Montclair vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 39 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (626 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (294 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Montclair | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Montclair | Impreza |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6989 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 227 HP |
Torque | 626 Nm | 294 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2550 mm |