1966 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 832 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Mustang | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
