2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1981 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1261 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Golf. 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 1981 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (345 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Golf. (79 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1981 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mountaineer | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
