1968 Holden Brougham vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Brougham. 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, 1968 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Brougham | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Brougham | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
