1972 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1972 Cadillac Eldorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Cadillac Eldorado (521 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1972 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | Eldorado | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8190 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 293 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 85 L |