1989 Mazda 323 vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda 323 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 78 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (130 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Mazda 323. 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 (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (137 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1989 Mazda 323 has manual transmission. 1989 Mazda 323 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:
1989 Mazda 323 | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | 323 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4012 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |