2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1965 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Traveller 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 155 more horse power than 1965 Morris Traveller. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1219 kg more than 1965 Morris Traveller. 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 1965 Morris Traveller. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Traveller. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1965 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Mercury | Morris |
| Model | Mountaineer | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 38 L |
