1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1964 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (212 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. 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 1964 Triumph Vitesse. 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 (390 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Mountaineer | 1964 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Mercury | Triumph |
Model | Mountaineer | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |