1994 Chrysler Neon vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Neon is newer by 27 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 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 295 kg more than 1994 Chrysler Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Neon, 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chrysler Neon | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | Neon | Montclair |
Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3130 mm |