2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1970 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Montego. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Montego weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1970 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Express | Montego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3010 mm |
