2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 51 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, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala 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, 2005 Chevrolet Impala, 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, 1954 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (305 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Impala | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2980 mm |
