2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 37 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 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 47 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (626 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (339 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 6989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 626 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3130 mm |
