1973 GMC Jimmy vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (212 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 155 kg more than 1973 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Jimmy | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Jimmy | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
