1968 Lincoln Continental vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,536 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1968 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1968 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lincoln Continental | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Lincoln | Mercury |
Model | Continental | Mariner |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7536 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2630 mm |