1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac DeVille | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
Model | DeVille | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 84.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |