2000 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1978 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1978 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Mountaineer | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mountaineer | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
