1968 AMC AMX vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 102 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Because 1968 AMC AMX 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 1968 AMC AMX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | AMC | Mercury |
| Model | AMX | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
