1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (200 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 41 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mariner (263 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mercury |
| Model | Tickford | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
