1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. (209 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Suburban | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2900 mm |
