2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 337 kg more than 1974 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Mercury | Avanti |
| Model | Mountaineer | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 6569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |
