2008 Hyundai Entourage vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 54 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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage 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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage, 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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (343 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Entourage | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Entourage | Montclair |
Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 323 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2980 mm |