2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair 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 121 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 520 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair. (171 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mountaineer | Debonair |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
