1981 Fiat Vivace vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1201 kg more than 1981 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Vivace. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Vivace | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Vivace | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2890 mm |