1965 Ford Anglia vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1965 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1188 kg more than 1965 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Anglia. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Anglia has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Anglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Anglia | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Anglia | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |