1953 AC Ace vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC Ace would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1158 kg more than 1953 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Ace | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 85 L |
