1954 Isuzu Minx vs. 1954 Mercury Monterey
To start off, both 1954 Isuzu Minx and 1954 Mercury Monterey were released in the same year (1954). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,183 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 720 kg more than 1954 Isuzu Minx.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1954 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1954 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1954 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Isuzu Minx | 1954 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Minx | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1265 cc | 4183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3000 mm |
