1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 295 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 929 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
