1952 Daihatsu Bee vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Daihatsu Bee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Daihatsu Bee 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 190 more horse power than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Daihatsu Bee. (36 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Daihatsu Bee.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Daihatsu Bee | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercury |
Model | Bee | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 4009 cc |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2000 mm | 2890 mm |