1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1963 NSU 1000 LS
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 LS 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 166 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (42 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. 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 1963 NSU 1000 LS. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1963 NSU 1000 LS has manual transmission. 1963 NSU 1000 LS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | 1963 NSU 1000 LS | |
| Make | Mercury | NSU |
| Model | Mountaineer | 1000 LS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4012 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2260 mm |
