2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1990 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Century 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 101 more horse power than 1990 Buick Century. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Century.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1990 Buick Century | |
Make | Mercury | Buick |
Model | Mountaineer | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 109 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 183 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2662 mm |