1999 GMC Sonoma vs. 1971 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1999 GMC Sonoma is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sonoma (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Montego weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 GMC Sonoma.
Because 1999 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Montego. 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, 1999 GMC Sonoma (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sonoma | 1971 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Sonoma | Montego |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3010 mm |
