1954 Mercury Montclair vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercury Montclair (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Mercury Montclair | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Montclair | Celica |
Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4192 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 215 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2640 mm |