2004 GMC Envoy vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 30 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 235 kg more than 1974 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Envoy 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, 2004 GMC Envoy 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) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 1974 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Envoy | Montego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1859 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 87 L |
