1994 Oldsmobile Achieva vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 782 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Because 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Achieva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1994 Oldsmobile Achieva | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Mercury |
Model | Achieva | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 210 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1872 mm |