1956 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1956 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1956 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Escort. (72 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Escort. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Escort | 2000 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escort | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2840 mm |