1968 Holden Brougham vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1968 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Brougham | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Holden | Mercury |
Model | Brougham | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |