2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1983 Pininfarina Coupe
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pininfarina Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pininfarina Coupe 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 (292 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe. 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 (408 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe. (176 Nm). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1983 Pininfarina Coupe | |
| Make | Mercury | Pininfarina |
| Model | Mountaineer | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
