2004 GMC Sierra vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 587 kg more than 1969 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Sierra | Montego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2282 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3010 mm |
