2006 GMC Savana vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 882 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.
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, 2006 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Savana | Montego |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3010 mm |