1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 25 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 84 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1974 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Silverado | Montego |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1859 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
