2004 GMC Sierra vs. 1970 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Montego. (98 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 642 kg more than 1970 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 1970 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Sierra | Montego |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2337 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3010 mm |
