1961 Hudson Metropolitan 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 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Hudson Metropolitan 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 (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (408 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Hudson Metropolitan | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Hudson | Mercury |
Model | Metropolitan | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 819 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2890 mm |