1975 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1053 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Capri | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1023 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 85 L |
