1954 Mercury Montclair vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 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 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercury Montclair (158 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Volvo C30. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo C30.
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, 2011 Volvo C30, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo C30. (270 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Mercury Montclair | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Montclair | C30 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4192 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 114 HP |
Torque | 323 Nm | 270 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2639 mm |