2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 @ 5100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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 (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
Model | Mountaineer | Rabbit |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |