1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 32 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 130 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
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, 1987 Citroen Mehari, 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Mehari | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Mehari | Montclair |
Year Released | 1987 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2980 mm |