2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 129 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mountaineer | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
