1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1968 Mini MK II
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mini MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mini MK II 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 178 more horse power than 1968 Mini MK II. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1968 Mini MK II. 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 1968 Mini MK II. 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mini MK II. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mini MK II. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1968 Mini MK II has manual transmission. 1968 Mini MK II 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 | 1968 Mini MK II | |
| Make | Mercury | Mini |
| Model | Mountaineer | MK II |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4948 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2040 mm |
