1971 Jensen FF 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 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 36 kg more than 1971 Jensen FF.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen FF | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | FF | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
