2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor 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 174 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1127 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercury | Morris |
| Model | Mountaineer | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2190 mm |
