1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1952 Tatra T600
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 4,012 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1952 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1952 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 755 kg more than 1952 Tatra T600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Tatra T600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | 1952 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Mercury | Tatra |
| Model | Mountaineer | T600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4012 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
