2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1989 Buick Century
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (240 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1989 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Century.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Century. 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1989 Buick Century | |
| Make | Mercury | Buick |
| Model | Mountaineer | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2662 mm |
