2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1234 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny. 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 (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mountaineer | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
