1988 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 495 kg more than 1988 Ford Falcon. 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 1988 Ford Falcon. 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 (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Falcon | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Falcon | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2890 mm |