1954 Mercury Montclair vs. 2005 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2005 Saab 9-7X is newer by 51 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 9-7X (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2005 Saab 9-7X 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, 2005 Saab 9-7X 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, 2005 Saab 9-7X (372 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercury Montclair | 2005 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Mercury | Saab |
| Model | Montclair | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2880 mm |
