2004 Acura TL vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 50 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, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL 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, 2004 Acura TL, 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, both vehicles can yield 323 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura TL | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Acura | Mercury |
Model | TL | Montclair |
Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 323 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2980 mm |