2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1977 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Suzuki Cervo 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 (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. 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 1977 Suzuki Cervo. 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 (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki Cervo. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1977 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Mercury | Suzuki |
| Model | Mountaineer | Cervo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2040 mm |
