2008 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 876 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Wartburg 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Mountaineer | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Mercury | Wartburg |
Model | Mountaineer | 312 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 40 L |