1971 Buick GS vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 293 kg more than 1971 Buick GS.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick GS. 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, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick GS | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | GS | Mariner |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |