1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 280 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Blazer | Montego |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |