1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2007 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2007 Mercury Mariner is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Because 2007 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 2007 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Newport | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
