2006 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1968 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1968 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 595 kg more than 1968 Rover 2000. 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 1968 Rover 2000. 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 (408 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercury Mountaineer | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Mercury | Rover |
Model | Mountaineer | 2000 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |