2008 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1962 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 500D 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 191 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1356 kg more than 1962 Steyr 500D. 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 1962 Steyr 500D. 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 500D. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1962 Steyr 500D has manual transmission. 1962 Steyr 500D will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Mountaineer | 1962 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Mercury | Steyr |
Model | Mountaineer | 500D |
Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1850 mm |