1961 Ford Taunus 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 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Taunus | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Taunus | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 293 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |