1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1983 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 305 kg more than 1983 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Avanti Avanti | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Avanti | Mercury |
| Model | Avanti | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |
