1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner. 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 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. 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, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Eldorado | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
