1986 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chrysler New Yorker 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 67 more horse power than 1986 Chrysler New Yorker. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1986 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 659 kg more than 1986 Chrysler New Yorker. 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 1986 Chrysler New Yorker. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chrysler New Yorker | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | New Yorker | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
