2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1966 NSU 1000
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1966 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 NSU 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1966 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Mercury | NSU |
| Model | Mountaineer | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1084 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 37 L |
