1954 Mercury Montclair vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 50 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 90 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy, 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (140 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Mercury Montclair | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Montclair | Caddy |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4192 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 140 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |