1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona 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 (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 454 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corona | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Toyota | Mercury |
Model | Corona | Mariner |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2253 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2619 mm |