2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 37 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 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Montclair. (340 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Montclair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 914 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (626 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Silverado | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 6989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 626 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3130 mm |
