2002 Ford Focus vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus 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 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 30 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus.
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 Ford Focus, 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 Ford Focus (325 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Focus | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2980 mm |
