2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1953 Morris Minor | |
Make | Mercury | Morris |
Model | Mountaineer | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 918 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2190 mm |