1999 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor 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 161 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1968 Morris Minor. 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 Morris Minor. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Mountaineer | 1968 Morris Minor | |
Make | Mercury | Morris |
Model | Mountaineer | Minor |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4012 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2190 mm |