2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1962 Tatra T603
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 4,015 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 1962 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1962 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 606 kg more than 1962 Tatra T603. 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 1962 Tatra T603. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1962 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Mercury | Tatra |
| Model | Mountaineer | T603 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
