1972 AMC Matador vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 191 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Matador. 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, 1972 AMC Matador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | AMC | Mercury |
| Model | Matador | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 57 L |
