2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mountaineer | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 293 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3080 mm |