2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1146 kg more than 1971 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1971 Seat 124 | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Mountaineer | 124 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |