2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1984 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Patrol 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 116 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Patrol.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1984 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mountaineer | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2980 mm |
