2008 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 41 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 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 390 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt, 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 (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Cobalt | Montclair |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 6989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 626 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3130 mm |