1954 Mercury Monterey vs. 2000 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2000 Toyota Picnic is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,183 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 345 kg more than 2000 Toyota Picnic.
Because 1954 Mercury Monterey 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 Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Picnic, 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. 1954 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Picnic has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Picnic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercury Monterey | 2000 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Monterey | Picnic |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4183 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 127 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
