2003 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 49 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2003 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2003 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2003 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Escalade | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Escalade | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2980 mm |
