2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1963 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Vauxhall VX4 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 125 more horse power than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 907 kg more than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Vauxhall VX4. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1963 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Vauxhall |
| Model | Mountaineer | VX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
