1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 19 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 386 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.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercury |
| Model | 929 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
