1954 Mercury Montclair vs. 2012 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2012 Holden Cruze is newer by 58 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, 2012 Holden Cruze (161 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Cruze 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, 2012 Holden Cruze, 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, 2012 Holden Cruze (360 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2012 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercury Montclair | 2012 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Mercury | Holden |
| Model | Montclair | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4192 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2685 mm |
