1972 Chevrolet Vega 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 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Vega 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 (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Vega.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Vega | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Vega | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 85 L |
