1973 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 509 kg more than 1973 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Capri. 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (190 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Capri | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Capri | Mariner |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |