2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 874 kg more than 1973 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (489 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Sierra | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| 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 | 489 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2569 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3010 mm |
