2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1147 kg more than 1967 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Mountaineer | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
