1975 GMC Suburban vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 545 kg more than 2004 Mercury Montego.
Because 1975 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 GMC Suburban 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, 2004 Mercury Montego (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1975 GMC Suburban | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Suburban | Montego |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2870 mm |