1973 Bitter CD vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bitter CD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bitter CD would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bitter CD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bitter CD (226 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 193 kg more than 1973 Bitter CD.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercury |
| Model | CD | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
