1969 Audi Variant vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 855 kg more than 1969 Audi Variant. 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 1969 Audi Variant. 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 (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Variant | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |
