2006 Ford Escape vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 355 kg more than 1967 Mercury Park Lane.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Escape | Park Lane |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 6990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 626 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3130 mm |