2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1982 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 625 kg more than 1982 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1982 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Mercury | Toyota |
Model | Mountaineer | Model F |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1811 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2240 mm |