2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 51 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (159 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza 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, 1955 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Terraza | Montclair |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2980 mm |