1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer

To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (285 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.

Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Chevrolet Camaro 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
Make Chevrolet Mercury
Model Camaro Mountaineer
Year Released 1989 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4295 cc 4015 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 210 HP
Torque 376 Nm 345 Nm
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2920 mm


 

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