2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 49 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, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (159 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Because 1955 Mercury Montclair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm). This means 1955 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Malibu | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2980 mm |
