1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 498 kg more than 2005 Mercury Montego.
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, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (286 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Suburban | Montego |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2870 mm |
