1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 189 kg more than 1973 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego. 1990 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1973 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Jimmy | Montego |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
