1986 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 4,012 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 45 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz G. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1986 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1986 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Mercedes-Benz G | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | G | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |