1956 Ford Popular vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Popular would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1101 kg more than 1956 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Popular is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Popular | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Popular | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2890 mm |