2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1977 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Iltis would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 625 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1977 Volkswagen Iltis | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Mountaineer | Iltis |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1712 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |