2000 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 340 kg more than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Nissan 300 ZX. 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, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1991 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Mountaineer | 1991 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mountaineer | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
