2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1967 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Minor 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 163 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1092 kg more than 1967 Morris Minor. 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1967 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercury | Morris |
| Model | Mountaineer | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 52 L |
