2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 479 kg more than 1974 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Mountaineer | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |
