2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 205 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (602 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
| Model | Tucson | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 6722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3130 mm |
