1998 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 43 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 69 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1955 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Rocky | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Rocky | Montclair |
Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2980 mm |