2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 109 kg more than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. 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 (382 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Mountaineer | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
