2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 21 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 727 kg more than 1987 Renault 21. 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 (344 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1987 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mountaineer | 21 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
