1976 Holden Sunbird 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 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 637 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Holden Sunbird (436 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Sunbird | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2900 mm |
