2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 50 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, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (159 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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, 2005 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, 1955 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (188 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1955 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2980 mm |
