2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (159 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2004 Ford F-150 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, 2004 Ford F-150 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (398 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | F-150 | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4000 mm | 2980 mm |
