2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1963 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 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 161 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1129 kg more than 1963 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 1963 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1963 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Mercury | Skoda |
Model | Mountaineer | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 38 L |