2004 GMC Sierra vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 325 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 914 kg more than 1967 Mercury Park Lane.
Because 2004 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra 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 Park Lane (602 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sierra. (502 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Sierra | Park Lane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 6722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3130 mm |
