1956 Austin Princess vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Austin Princess. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin Princess weights approximately 267 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin Princess | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | Princess | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2900 mm |
