1954 Mercury Montclair vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 52 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, 2006 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
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, 2006 Opel Astra, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (262 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Mercury Montclair | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Montclair | Astra |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4192 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 262 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2620 mm |