2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota 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, 1954 Mercury Montclair (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota 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, 1954 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Dakota | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2980 mm |
