1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Camaro | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
