1948 Ford Prefect vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Ford Prefect | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Prefect | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 837 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
