2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 991 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mountaineer | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 38 L |
