2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1978 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 726 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cedric. 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 1978 Nissan Cedric. 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 (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1978 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mountaineer | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
