1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (95 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 491 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | 200 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |