2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1972 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1972 Reliant Scimitar.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1972 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Mercury | Reliant |
| Model | Mountaineer | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 293 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
