1974 Austin Maxi vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Maxi 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 224 more horse power than 1974 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Maxi.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Maxi | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | Maxi | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
