1980 Holden Statesman vs. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 203 kg more than 1980 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1980 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Statesman | 2000 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Statesman | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2840 mm |
