2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1974 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mountaineer | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3080 mm |