2004 Mercury Montego vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 645 kg more than 1955 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego 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 Mercury Montego (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Montego | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Mercury | Morris |
Model | Montego | Oxford |
Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |