1999 GMC Sonoma vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1999 GMC Sonoma is newer by 32 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 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 96 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 1999 GMC Sonoma 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, 1999 GMC Sonoma 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 (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Sonoma. (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Sonoma | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Sonoma | Montclair |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3130 mm |