2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 543 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (401 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Mercury | Plymouth |
| Model | Mountaineer | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2750 mm |
