1967 Ford 17 vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 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 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 875 kg more than 1967 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford 17 | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | 17 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
