2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Mercury | Oldsmobile |
Model | Mountaineer | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3230 mm |