2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1970 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny 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 195 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1970 Nissan Sunny. 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1970 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mountaineer | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2290 mm |
