1971 Citroen Ami vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1111 kg more than 1971 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Ami | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Ami | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 85 L |
