1956 Ford Popular vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1956 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 929 kg more than 1956 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Popular 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 1956 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner, 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, 2011 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Popular | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Popular | Mariner |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2619 mm |