2008 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1972 Volvo 145
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 145 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 108 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 721 kg more than 1972 Volvo 145. 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 1972 Volvo 145. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | 1972 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volvo |
| Model | Mountaineer | 145 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
