2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Mercury | Wartburg |
| Model | Mountaineer | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 37 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 43 L |
