2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 38 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 7,033 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (209 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 503 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 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1969 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1969 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Sierra | Montego |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6172 cc | 7033 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3010 mm |
