2004 GMC Sierra vs. 1968 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Montclair. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Montclair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 347 kg more than 1968 Mercury Montclair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Montclair. 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, 1968 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sierra. (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Sierra | 1968 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Sierra | Montclair |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3130 mm |