1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1988 Citroen C 15 is newer by 33 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 115 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15.
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, 1988 Citroen C 15, 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1955 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen C 15 | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C 15 | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2980 mm |
