1971 Chrysler Valiant 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 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 475 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 1971 Chrysler Valiant 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 1971 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | Valiant | Mariner |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4341 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |