1972 Mazda RX-2 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 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-2 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 90 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 965 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-2. 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 1972 Mazda RX-2. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda RX-2 | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | RX-2 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 4012 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2840 mm |