2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 169 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mountaineer | Colt |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2390 mm |
