2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 38 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (267 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 747 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, 2005 Buick Terraza, 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 (546 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Terraza | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Terraza | Montclair |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 267 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 546 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3130 mm |