1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,012 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 675 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (182 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1985 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1985 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mountaineer | Espace |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4012 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
