1965 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Mustang (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (151 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 667 kg more than 1965 Ford Mustang.
Because 1965 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1965 Ford Mustang | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Mustang | Mariner |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4733 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |