2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 820 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (211 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mountaineer | Soarer |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 211 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2670 mm |