2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 116 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 220 kg more than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mountaineer | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 88 L |
