2004 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1959 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercury Mountaineer | 1959 Riley One-Point-Five | |
Make | Mercury | Riley |
Model | Mountaineer | One-Point-Five |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 62 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 112 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2190 mm |