1976 Mazda 929 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 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 851 kg more than 1976 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda 929 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 929 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |