2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1349 kg more than 1968 NSU 1000. 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 1968 NSU 1000. 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 (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Mercury | NSU |
| Model | Mountaineer | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 82 L |
