2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Isis would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 696 kg more than 1958 Morris Isis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Isis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1958 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Mercury | Morris |
| Model | Mountaineer | Isis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
