2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 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 129 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Mountaineer | 11 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
