1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1984 GMC Jimmy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 40 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy 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 Montclair (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Jimmy | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Jimmy | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 6989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 626 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3130 mm |
