1954 Mercury Montclair vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 45 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 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Because 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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, 1954 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Mercury Montclair | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Montclair | S-10 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4192 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 190 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3130 mm |