1974 Ford Capri vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (106 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 891 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Capri | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2890 mm |