2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1972 Morris Traveller
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1972 Morris Traveller.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Morris Traveller, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (254 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morris Traveller. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1972 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Mercury | Morris |
| Model | Mountaineer | Traveller |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
