1969 Opel Rekord vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 490 kg more than 1969 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Rekord | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Opel | Mercury |
Model | Rekord | Mariner |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1806 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |