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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 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 915 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 (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (144 Nm @ 3500 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 | 1769 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
