1954 Mercury Montclair vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner is newer by 42 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 38 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner, 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner. (164 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Mercury Montclair | 1996 Mitsubishi Space Runner | |
Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
Model | Montclair | Space Runner |
Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4192 cc | 1833 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 164 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2530 mm |