1976 Humber Sceptre vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1976 Humber Sceptre. (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1976 Humber Sceptre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1084 kg more than 1976 Humber Sceptre. 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 1976 Humber Sceptre. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Humber Sceptre. (124 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Humber Sceptre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Humber Sceptre | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Humber | Mercury |
| Model | Sceptre | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1725 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 992 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
