2007 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 40 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 150 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (175 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
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, 2007 Chevrolet HHR, 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 (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet HHR. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet HHR | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | HHR | Montclair |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2397 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3130 mm |