2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 129 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1959 Talbot Lago America. 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 Talbot Lago America. 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 (345 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Mercury | Talbot |
| Model | Mountaineer | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2510 mm |
