1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 815 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (408 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Cortina | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |