2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1101 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (114 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mountaineer | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
