2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Kadett 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 89 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 913 kg more than 1988 Opel Kadett. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Mountaineer | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
