1954 Mercury Montclair vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 57 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Mercury Montclair | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Mercury | Chevrolet |
Model | Montclair | Silverado |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4192 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 498 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3650 mm |