1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1967 Mercury Park Lane.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-150 | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | F-150 | Park Lane |
Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3130 mm |