2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 845 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 411. 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 1970 Volkswagen 411. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Mountaineer | 411 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |