2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 964 kg more than 1972 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Envoy | Montego |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3010 mm |