1998 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1998 Dodge Intrepid 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, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (225 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Because 1954 Mercury Montclair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Intrepid. (306 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Intrepid | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Intrepid | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3228 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2980 mm |
