2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Montclair. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | Suburban | Montclair |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3130 mm |