1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Mercury Mariner. 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 1971 Buick Centurion. 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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Centurion | Mariner |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2630 mm |