2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. (340 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Park Lane weights approximately 99 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 Park Lane (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
Model | TrailBlazer | Park Lane |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 626 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3130 mm |