1969 Ford Zephyr 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 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 675 kg more than 1969 Ford Zephyr. 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 Ford Zephyr. 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 (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Zephyr | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Zephyr | Mariner |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 62 L |