1985 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 31 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 86 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky.
Because 1985 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Rocky 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. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Rocky | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Rocky | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2980 mm |
