2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 37 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 4,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 802 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.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Canyon | Montego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4945 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3010 mm |
