2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1979 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Skyline 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 133 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 730 kg more than 1979 Nissan Skyline. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1979 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mountaineer | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |
