1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 810 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. 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 1984 Ford Sierra. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Sierra | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |