2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 196 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mountaineer | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 40 L |
