2004 GMC Yukon vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon 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 Yukon weights approximately 1438 kg more than 1967 Mercury Park Lane.
Because 2004 GMC Yukon 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 Yukon 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (495 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Yukon | Park Lane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 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 | 495 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2798 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3130 mm |
