1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Vega 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 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 920 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. 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 1970 Chevrolet Vega. 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | Vega | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |
