2008 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Corrado 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 76 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 746 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. 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 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1992 Volkswagen Corrado has manual transmission. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mountaineer | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
