2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1959 NSU Prinz I
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz I 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 190 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1401 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz I. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1959 NSU Prinz I | |
| Make | Mercury | NSU |
| Model | Mountaineer | Prinz I |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 20 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 44 L |
