1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 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 470 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Valiant | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
