1954 Mercury Montclair vs. 1990 Holden Nova
To start off, 1990 Holden Nova is newer by 36 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) has 77 more horse power than 1990 Holden Nova. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Nova.
Because 1954 Mercury Montclair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Holden Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Nova. (118 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Mercury Montclair | 1990 Holden Nova | |
Make | Mercury | Holden |
Model | Montclair | Nova |
Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4192 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 323 Nm | 118 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2440 mm |