1980 Mazda 929 vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1980 Mazda 929 is newer by 26 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 929 | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2980 mm |
