2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 487 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Rover |
| Model | Mountaineer | P4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 105 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 52 L |
