2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Bitter SC 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 33 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 575 kg more than 1986 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Bitter SC. 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 (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1986 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Mercury | Bitter |
| Model | Mountaineer | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
