2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Velox 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 116 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 682 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (201 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Mercury | Vauxhall |
| Model | Mountaineer | Velox |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 48 L |
