1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra 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 135 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 920 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Vectra 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:
1999 Mercury Mountaineer | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mercury | Opel |
Model | Mountaineer | Vectra |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4012 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |