2002 Dodge Ram vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2002 Dodge Ram is newer by 48 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 5,212 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Ram (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram 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, 2002 Dodge Ram, 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, 2002 Dodge Ram (408 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Ram | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Ram | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5212 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 2980 mm |
