2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 53 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (159 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2980 mm |
