1978 Maserati Merak vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Maserati Merak. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Maserati Merak 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 53 more horse power than 1978 Maserati Merak. (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1978 Maserati Merak. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 575 kg more than 1978 Maserati Merak. 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 1978 Maserati Merak. 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.
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1978 Maserati Merak | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Maserati | Mercury |
Model | Merak | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |