1987 Maserati 420 vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. (212 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 780 kg more than 1987 Maserati 420.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 420. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1987 Maserati 420 has manual transmission. 1987 Maserati 420 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 420 | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercury |
| Model | 420 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
