1954 Mercury Montclair vs. 2010 Mazda 3

To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 56 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, 2010 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 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, 2010 Mazda 3, 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (228 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Mercury Montclair 2010 Mazda 3
Make Mercury Mazda
Model Montclair 3
Year Released 1954 2010
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 167 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 323 Nm 228 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 5250 mm 4506 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1755 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2980 mm 2639 mm


 

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