1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Caprice | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2890 mm |
