2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1959 Skoda Octavia. 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 1959 Skoda Octavia. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mercury | Skoda |
| Model | Mountaineer | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
