1969 Buick GS vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 381 kg more than 1969 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Buick GS. 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | GS | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
