2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 52 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (159 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Dakota | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Dodge | Mercury |
Model | Dakota | Montclair |
Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2980 mm |