1969 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 176 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Dodge Dart. 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercury |
| Model | Dart | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
