2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1978 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Golf 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 @ 5100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1169 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Golf. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1978 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Mountaineer | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |