1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric 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 94 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 635 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mountaineer | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4012 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
