1956 Mercury Montclair vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 5,114 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Mercury Montclair. (258 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2011 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercury Montclair | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Montclair | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5114 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3099 mm |
