2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Mountaineer | 1800 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 293 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |