2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla 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 (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (254 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Mountaineer | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
