2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Velox 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 @ 5100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 690 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. 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 1961 Vauxhall Velox. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Mercury | Vauxhall |
Model | Mountaineer | Velox |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 48 L |