1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (212 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Camry. (188 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 445 kg more than 1992 Toyota Camry. 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 1992 Toyota Camry. 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 (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Camry 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 | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mountaineer | Camry |
Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |