2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1974 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Monterey.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Monterey. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1974 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Suburban | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| 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 |
