1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 585 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Nissan | Mercury |
Model | Bluebird | Mariner |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1428 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2619 mm |