1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 286 kg more than 1974 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Montego. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Suburban | Montego |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1859 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3000 mm |
