1976 GMC Suburban vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 1976 GMC Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 840 kg more than 1967 Mercury Park Lane.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1976 GMC Suburban | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Suburban | Park Lane |
Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3130 mm |