2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1960 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1960 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Skoda Felicia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1960 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Mercury | Skoda |
Model | Mountaineer | Felicia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 47 L |