2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1972 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,456 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (301 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 335 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1972 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 1972 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1972 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Mountaineer | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 7456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
