2007 GMC Yukon vs. 1971 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 GMC Yukon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (295 HP @ 500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Monterey.
Because 2007 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon 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 Yukon (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Yukon | 1971 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Yukon | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3160 mm |
