1977 Holden GTS 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 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 601 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS. 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 Holden GTS. 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 (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | GTS | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
