1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 142 kg more than 1954 Daimler Conquest. 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 1954 Daimler Conquest. 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 (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Daimler | Mercury |
Model | Conquest | Mariner |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |