2002 GMC Yukon vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2002 GMC Yukon is newer by 47 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 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (159 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2002 GMC Yukon 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, 2002 GMC Yukon 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, 2002 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Yukon | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Yukon | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4820 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2980 mm |
