2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 54 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (159 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Acadia | Montclair |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2980 mm |