2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 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 196 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Volvo 240. 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 (408 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Mountaineer | 240 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |