1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 32 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 67 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Blazer | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2980 mm |
