2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1980 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 625 kg more than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1980 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Mercury | Reliant |
Model | Mountaineer | Scimitar |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |