1974 Lada 1200 vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 924 kg more than 1974 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada 1200 | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Lada | Mercury |
| Model | 1200 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 85 L |
