2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 537 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Mountaineer | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
