2008 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1953 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 882 kg more than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | 1953 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Mercury | Triumph |
| Model | Mountaineer | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
