2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1980 Renault 14
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 14 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1980 Renault 14. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 14.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Renault 14. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 14. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 14. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1980 Renault 14 has manual transmission. 1980 Renault 14 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1980 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mountaineer | 14 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 48 L |
