2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 34 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 56 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 696 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | TrailBlazer | Montclair |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3130 mm |