1987 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Ritmo | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Ritmo | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2920 mm |
