2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1990 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1236 kg more than 1990 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 1990 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1990 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Mercury | Reliant |
Model | Mountaineer | Scimitar |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2140 mm |