1958 Ford 17 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 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 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 456 kg more than 1958 Ford 17. 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 1958 Ford 17. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford 17 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | 17 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
