1991 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 958 kg more than 1991 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Escort | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escort | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1858 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1826 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2888 mm |