1976 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 426 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Falcon | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Falcon | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
