1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 797 kg more than 1951 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Vedette | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |