1952 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin Princess weights approximately 385 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin Princess. 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, 1952 Austin Princess (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1952 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin Princess | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | Princess | Mariner |
Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |