1999 Mazda RX-Evolv vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv (276 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (159 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. (214 Nm @ 8000 RPM). This means 1955 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda RX-Evolv | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | RX-Evolv | Montclair |
Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2616 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |