2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1954 Mercury Montclair (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Cherokee | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2427 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2980 mm |
