1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Citroen Ak 350 | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Ak 350 | Mariner |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |