2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1988 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Vauxhall Nova 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 166 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1336 kg more than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. 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 1988 Vauxhall Nova. 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1988 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Mercury | Vauxhall |
Model | Mountaineer | Nova |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |