2000 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1986 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Century.
Because 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Mountaineer | 1986 Buick Century | |
Make | Mercury | Buick |
Model | Mountaineer | Century |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 125 HP |
Torque | 325 Nm | 220 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2662 mm |