1970 Ford 12 M vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 4,012 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1970 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 12 M | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | 12 M | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 4012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2840 mm |
