2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record 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 151 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 892 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Mercury | Opel |
| Model | Mountaineer | Record |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |
