2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Vanette 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 150 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 465 kg more than 1987 Nissan Vanette. 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 1987 Nissan Vanette. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mountaineer | Vanette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2080 mm |
