1972 Lamborghini Espada vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (350 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (212 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 320 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Espada.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. 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, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (393 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (390 Nm). This means 1972 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1972 Lamborghini Espada has manual transmission. 1972 Lamborghini Espada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Espada | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
| Model | Espada | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3938 cc | 4948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 212 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
