2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1966 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mitsubishi 500 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 187 more horse power than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1481 kg more than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. 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 1966 Mitsubishi 500. 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1966 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Mercury | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mountaineer | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 23 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2070 mm |
