1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (212 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 990 kg more than 1980 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Mountaineer | 1980 Renault 15 | |
Make | Mercury | Renault |
Model | Mountaineer | 15 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |