2004 Mercury Mariner vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mariner is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mariner (152 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Steyr 500D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner 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, 2004 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D. 2004 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1959 Steyr 500D has manual transmission. 1959 Steyr 500D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercury Mariner | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Mercury | Steyr |
| Model | Mariner | 500D |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1850 mm |
