2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1987 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 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 (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Model F.
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 (254 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 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 1987 Toyota Model F. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Model F 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 | 1987 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Mountaineer | Model F |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
