2009 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B 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 134 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Rover P5B. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mountaineer | 1973 Rover P5B | |
Make | Mercury | Rover |
Model | Mountaineer | P5B |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3526 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2820 mm |