1999 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 44 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (159 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Because 1999 Lincoln Navigator 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, 1999 Lincoln Navigator 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, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Navigator | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercury |
| Model | Navigator | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2980 mm |
