2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
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 Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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 109 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 805 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 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 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1986 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mountaineer | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
