1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 895 kg more than 1962 Isuzu Minx. 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 1962 Isuzu Minx. 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 (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Isuzu Minx | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Minx | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |
