1998 Daihatsu Mira vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 44 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 96 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira 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, 1998 Daihatsu Mira 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (107 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Mira | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
| Model | Mira | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2980 mm |
