1991 Chevrolet SS vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet SS would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet SS. (245 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet SS.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet SS. 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, 1991 Chevrolet SS (468 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (408 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet SS | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | SS | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 292 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
