1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 410 kg more than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | 450 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2840 mm |