2008 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1992 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1992 Holden Commodore. (171 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 441 kg more than 1992 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Commodore. (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | 1992 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Mercury | Holden |
| Model | Mountaineer | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
