2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 245 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 129 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Mountaineer | 245 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |