1954 Mercury Montclair vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 55 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (187 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercury Montclair | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Montclair | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4192 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 187 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2850 mm |
