1967 Ford Zephyr vs. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 675 kg more than 1967 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Zephyr | 2000 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Zephyr | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2840 mm |