1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 130 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 1962 Cadillac 62. 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | 62 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
