1993 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Hyundai Scoupe would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Hyundai Scoupe | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Hyundai | Mercury |
Model | Scoupe | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 85 L |