2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 167 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1077 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1973 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mountaineer | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
