1967 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Cortina | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Cortina | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 85 L |
