2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 48 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 74 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | YRV | Montclair |
Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2980 mm |