2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 52 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 50 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Ranger | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2980 mm |
