2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Montego. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Silverado | Montego |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 87 L |
