2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 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 234 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mountaineer | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 293 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
