1970 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1970 Ford Capri. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 822 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (408 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Capri. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Capri | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Capri | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 85 L |