2005 GMC Savana vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (159 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Savana | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 159 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2980 mm |
